The initial aroma presents peat, vanilla, cinnamon, and oak. It has a creamy texture, reminiscent of a spicy creme brulee, and is quite inviting, building anticipation for a taste. The taste is rich, with peat, pepper, cinnamon, and oak delivering a flavor explosion. Vanilla sweetness follows, mellowing the spice as the mouth fills with taste. It develops a slight chewiness and becomes almost savory. The finish is moderately long, spicy, and chewy, leaving a tingly sensation. It's incredibly delicious in a straightforward manner.
Connemara Turf Mór
Whiskey Irish Whiskey Ireland No age statement 58.2% ABV
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About this bottle
Connemara, part of Beam Suntory, represents the peated style from Cooley distillery in Northeast Ireland. Unlike many Irish whiskeys that are triple distilled, Cooley utilizes a double distillation process. Often considered Cooley's answer to Scotland's Islay region, the Turf Mór Small Batch is a heavily peated expression, measuring over 50 ppm.
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This Irish whiskey carries a scent of campfire and wood, evoking the Irish countryside of days gone by. The mouthfeel is rich as you swallow what tastes like pure liquid peat smoke.
Very disappointing. I'm uncertain if I received a faulty batch, but the aftertaste is quite unpleasant. I will not purchase it again.
Delivered a strong peat impact (comparable to Lagavulin and on par with Dunville) with a persistent finish. Also had a fruity palate. Remarkable.
Smooth Irish whiskey initially, followed by a pleasant touch of clean smoke in the finish. Very good.
I found this spirit to be oily and smoky. I sampled it at Cask and Ale.
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